# Unlock!: Escape Adventures – The Island of Doctor Goorse ## General Info - **Year Published**: 2017 - **BGG Rating**: 6.7 - **BGG Rank**: #3011 - **Players**: 2-6 (Best with: 4) - **Duration**: 60 min - **Weight**: 2.93 / 5 - **Designers**: Thomas Cauët - **Artists**: Florian de Gesincourt - **Publishers**: Space Cowboys - **Categories**: Card Game, Puzzle - **Mechanics**: Cooperative Game, Elapsed Real Time Ending, Storytelling ## Verdict Love a good underwater escape room challenge? This Unlock! is for you and your crew to solve mysteries together before time runs out!Immersive escape experienceTeamwork is essentialWell-crafted puzzlesEasy to learnRelies on external appLimited time is tenseA bit more luck sometimesRECOMMENDED ## Description Get ready for a mind-bending adventure! Unlock! The Island of Doctor Goorse plunges you onto a mysterious island after a shipwreck. The twist? You and your team get separated right away and must escape from two different starting points. This is a cooperative game inspired by escape rooms, where time is ticking against you! Using only a deck of cards and a companion app for hints, codes, and timekeeping, you'll need to search scenes, combine items, and solve riddles to get out of this jam. Communication is cut off, so teamwork is crucial to survive and escape the island of the eccentric Doctor Goorse, an antique collector whose island serves as his playground. Brace yourselves for twists and turns that will challenge even the most seasoned escape artists. The good news is there's a quick, 10-card tutorial to get you started without a lengthy rulebook. So, gather your crew, download the free app (no internet needed after setup!), and let the adventure begin! ## FAQ ### How many players can participate? The game is for 2 to 6 players, working well for pairs and larger groups alike. ### How long does a game session last? A game session typically lasts around 60 minutes, but this can vary depending on how quickly the group solves the puzzles. ### Do I need prior experience with escape room games? No! The game includes a quick tutorial to teach the basic mechanics, even for those who have never played anything similar. ### Is the app free? Yes, the companion app is free and can be downloaded from the App Store or Google Play. Once downloaded, no internet connection is required to play. ### Is this a competitive or cooperative game? It's entirely cooperative! Everyone plays together against the clock and the challenges presented by the game. ### What happens if we don't escape in time? If time runs out before you solve the final mystery, you 'lose' the game, but you can try again or review the solution to learn. ### Can I play this Unlock! game without playing the others in the series? Yes! Each game in the Unlock! series is a standalone adventure with its own unique story and puzzles. ## Price Comparison ### Best International Offers - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 20.37 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=3925484&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - See all on BoardGamePrices: https://boardgameprices.com/item/show/20192/unlock-the-island-of-doctor-goorse?utm_source=boardgamesbot.com